Sweet and Sour Eggplant

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

Chinese or Japanese eggplants, cubed

red bell pepper

3 tbsp

soy sauce ((for gluten free use a certified GF tamari sauce))

2 tbsp

brown sugar

2 tbsp

rice vinegar ((for gluten free use a certified GF vinegar))

1 clove

garlic, minced

1/4 tsp

cayenne ((optional, adds spiciness))

2 tsp

cornstarch

3 tbsp

peanut oil ((or another oil with a high smoke point))

1 tbsp

sesame seeds

Salt and pepper

2 cups

cooked long grain rice, white or brown ((optional))